Beth El Temple of West Hartford

Community You Can Believe In

Welcome To Beth El Temple!

Learning

We enjoy and encourage all levels of learning, from our youngest members to our lifelong learners. Discover ways to grow in your faith with us.

Mitzvot

We are cooking, planting, knitting and donating our way to a better world. See how you can join us in making an impact today.

Services

Discover our wide range of worship options, from traditional sanctuary services to Shabbat yoga and outdoor celebrations.

Support the High Holiday Appeal

Just as our purpose, our ruach, and our sense of community endure long after the final sounds of the shofar fade away, your donation to the High Holiday Appeal makes a lasting impact at Beth El.

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Am Yisrael Chai

Click here for ways to help, prayers for Israel, resources, and more ways to support Israel.

Community

Our inclusive family welcomes you to join us as we come together for celebrations and comfort.

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What’s Happening at Beth El Temple

SaturdaySat, 14 DecDecember, 2024

Who Wants S'more Havdallah

Motzei Shabbat, Dec 14th 6:00p to 7:00pFamilies with children ages 0-18 are invited to join us for Havdallah, a campfire, s'mores and singing! We hope you will join us as we mark the transition from Shabbat into the rest of the week. Please RSVP by Tuesday, December 10th at noon.

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SaturdaySat, 28 DecDecember, 2024

Night of Lights: A Chanukah Celebration

Motzei Shabbat, Dec 28th 6:00p to 8:30pBeth El is celebrating Chanukah with a NIGHT OF LIGHTS! Join us for songs and celebration, with a community candle-lighting, pizza and popcorn, a movie for the kids and fun for the adults. Click in to register!

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WednesdayWed, 8 JanJanuary, 2025

Class with Rabbi Jim Rosen: Judaism Is About ______

Wednesday, Jan 8th 7:00p to 8:00pWhat does it mean to be Jewish? In a time when it is important that we as Jews define who we are and what our Judaism is, Rabbi Jim Rosen leads us in an exploration of Judaism. Judaism is about justice, resilience, spiritual searching, hope, love, and ______. How would you fill in the blank? Click in for details on how to register for this three-part series held only on Zoom only.

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FridayFri, 10 JanJanuary, 2025

Shababa

Friday, Jan 10th 5:30p to 7:00pShababa is a fun, engaging “service” for our youngest generation. All children ~8 and under (and their siblings, parents, and grandparents) are welcome to experience the joy of Shabbat with dancing, singing, stories, prayers and children's dinner. RSVP today! Sponsorship opportunities are available – for just $50 you can celebrate a child’s birthday by sponsoring a Shababa. To sponsor a dinner, please contact Dr. Eliyahu Krigel (ekrigel@bethelwh.org or 860-233-9696).

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WednesdayWed, 15 JanJanuary, 2025

Class with Rabbi Jim Rosen: Judaism Is About ______

Wednesday, Jan 15th 7:00p to 8:00pWhat does it mean to be Jewish? In a time when it is important that we as Jews define who we are and what our Judaism is, Rabbi Jim Rosen leads us in an exploration of Judaism. Judaism is about justice, resilience, spiritual searching, hope, love, and ______. How would you fill in the blank? Click in for details on how to register for this three-part series held only on Zoom only.

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WednesdayWed, 22 JanJanuary, 2025

Class with Rabbi Jim Rosen: Judaism Is About ______

Wednesday, Jan 22nd 7:00p to 8:00pWhat does it mean to be Jewish? In a time when it is important that we as Jews define who we are and what our Judaism is, Rabbi Jim Rosen leads us in an exploration of Judaism. Judaism is about justice, resilience, spiritual searching, hope, love, and ______. How would you fill in the blank? Click in for details on how to register for this three-part series held only on Zoom only.

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SaturdaySat, 25 JanJanuary, 2025

Temple Trivia Throwdown

Motzei Shabbat, Jan 25th 8:00p to 11:00pJoin us Saturday, January 25th for TEMPLE TRIVIA THROWDOWN! Featuring Rob Guilmette, professional trivia master and DJ! Beth El members are welcome to invite non-members to join their teams. Tickets are $25 per person and include beer, wine and other drinks, snacks and desserts, and live entertainment. To secure your seat with early-bird pricing of $25/person, register online by January 9th at midnight.

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SaturdaySat, 5 AprApril, 2025

Shabbat Morning Services - Second Annual Women's Network Shabbat & Woman of Valor Award Celebration

Shabbat, Apr 5th 9:30a to 12:00pTo watch our livestream, click here

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SULAM Field Trip to Beth El Cemetery(10 Photos)

SULAM Learners Decorating Siddur Covers(10 Photos)

United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism

Sat, December 14 2024 13 Kislev 5785

Contact Us

Beth El Temple
2626 Albany Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117

(860) 233-9696
(860) 233-9892

Office Hours:
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Monday-Thursday: 8:30am - 4pm
Friday: 8:30am - 2:30pm

SULAM Beth El Educational Program:
(860) 233-9891

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Upcoming Events

All Events

Saturday ,
DecDecember 14 , 2024

Who Wants S'more Havdallah
Motzei Shabbat, Dec 14th 6:00p to 7:00p
Families with children ages 0-18 are invited to join us for Havdallah, a campfire, s'mores and singing! We hope you will join us as we mark the transition from Shabbat into the rest of the week. Please RSVP by Tuesday, December 10th at noon.
Register Now

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Wednesday ,
DecDecember 18 , 2024

Studying Dirshuni with Rabbi Rachel Zerin
Wednesday, Dec 18th 6:00p to 7:15p
Join Rabbi Rachel Zerin and Women's Network as we explore both timely and timeless topics through the lens of "Dirshuni: Contemporary Women's Midrash," a book which weaves together ancient Jewish texts and contemporary women's voices. All are welcome, whether it is your first time or you are a regular. All you need is an interest in learning! Snacks will be provided. Note: Evening minyan begins at 5:30 pm (and please join us if you can!). Class will begin at approximately 6:00pm.
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Saturday ,
DecDecember 28 , 2024

Night of Lights: A Chanukah Celebration
Motzei Shabbat, Dec 28th 6:00p to 8:30p
Beth El is celebrating Chanukah with a NIGHT OF LIGHTS! Join us for songs and celebration, with a community candle-lighting, pizza and popcorn, a movie for the kids and fun for the adults. Click in to register!
Register Now

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Tuesday ,
JanJanuary 7 , 2025

Interviews from Israel: Saving Food with Leket
Tuesday, Jan 7th 7:00p to 8:00p
Leket rescues produce in Israel, providing nutritious meals to 330,000 Israelis every week, including new immigrants fleeing war in Ukraine, single parents, Holocaust survivors, evacuees, Israeli Arabs, and more. We'll discuss the state of Israel's agriculture during war-time, challenges beyond the headlines, and the latest innovations in food rescue. Register below to join our Israel Engagement Committee for this live “Interview from Israel” to learn more about this amazing organization.
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